Senior Consultant, Scientist (Mid-Level) (Project Management)

Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (ERM) is seeking a self-starting, dynamic Senior Consultant, Scientist to support the ERM team in Walnut Creek, CA.  This position focuses on working closely in collaboration with a larger team of natural resources specialists to review environmental requirements and constraints and coordinate field staff for post-clearance activities for various construction sites for a utility sector client throughout California.

As a member of the team, you will act as an ecologist in the Western U.S. This position will focus on wildlife and wildlife habitat, focusing on species at risk and species of concern. This will include vegetation: biological and waters resource mapping, field survey coordination support, and data management and quality assurance for ERM projects in the energy sector. The successful applicant will have experience with habitat mapping and field surveys, as well as environmental effects analysis and offset/compensation planning. More broadly, the applicant must show an interest in applying knowledge and skills to help our clients solve complex challenges in these sectors. This role has potential for career growth with the successful candidate having opportunities to directly interact with clients. The successful candidate will be a member of a large multidisciplinary Vegetation Management team in the U.S. and will become a member of an extensive team of global environmental and social experts.

We are looking for a motivated, experienced person who enjoys problem solving and working within a multi-stakeholder environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and lead field programs primarily in the Western US.
• Develop and conduct vegetation and habitat mapping.
• Conduct field programs for wildlife, including birds, amphibians and large mammals.
• Perform project delivery activities including but not limited to field surveys, data collection/assessment/QA, literature reviews, report writing, and developing recommendations for clients.
• Ensure quality standards on project deliverables and timely delivery of reports.
• Communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, landowners, Indigenous communities, and clients in support of field activities, as required.
• Build strong collaborative relationships with other ERM employees worldwide.

REQUIREMENTS:

• BSc or MSc. degree in Biological Sciences, or related field. Or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of environmental consulting experience; prior experience in government, and/or mining or oil and gas sectors are considered assets.
• Environmental Assessment experience.
• Expertise with federal, provincial and territorial regulations and guidelines pertaining to survey methodologies and environmental assessments.
• Statistical analysis or spatial mapping skills an asset.
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established health and safety protocols.
• Ability to follow directions and take initiative when required.
• Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a demanding work environment.
• Driver's License Required: This position requires a valid driver's license and/or the ability to operate a company vehicle due to the nature of job duties, which include frequent travel to various client locations across a large geographical area.
• Fluency in Spanish would be ideal, but not required.

If you are looking for new challenges and desire to be part of a leading company and work with specialized professionals with international standards, this will be your opportunity.       

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!